Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Transmission Description (Description and Operation)
The 4R70W has the following features:
- Wide ratio gears
- Four speeds
- Rear wheel drive
- Automatic
- Electronic shift
- Torque converter clutch control
- Line pressure controls
The transmission uses Ravigneaux-style double-pinion gearset with two bands, one one-way roller clutch, one mechanical diode and four friction clutches to produce four forward gears and Reverse.
4R70W Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transaxle/Transmission
General Specifications
a - MERCON V is not interchangeable at this time with the current MERCON
fluids. Check the
transmission fluid level indicator to determine the correct fluid and refer to
the ...
Identification Tags
All vehicles are equipped with a Vehicle Certification Label, located
on the driver side door lock post.
For correct transmission identification, refer to the code in the space
marked TR.
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Other materials:
Control Valve
Removal
1. Disconnect the brake tubes.
2. Remove the brake fluid control valve bracket nut.
Installation
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Installation
1. Make sure the anti-rattle spring is correctly positioned in the
caliper.
2. CAUTION: Make sure guide pin boots are correctly seated or damage to
guide pins
can occur.
Install the disc brake caliper.
1. Hold the guide pins stationary.
2. Inst ...
Water Pump
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Drain the coolant. For additional information, refer to Supercharger Cooling
System Draining,
Filling and Bleeding in this section.
3. Remove the retainer and position the inner fender well ...
